Choe applauds DPR Korea's spirit

Bali: Choe Yon A was the toast of DPR Korea after her goal against China PR on Thursday took her nation to a showdown with Japan in the final of...
THE-AFC.COM 1 hour ago

Nezu has her teammates to lean on

Bali: Ririka Nezu credited her teammates for her opening goal in Japan's 3-0 win over Korea Republic in their AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup™ Indonesia...
THE-AFC.COM 1 hour ago

I'm happy but we need to do more, says Japan's Shirai

Bali: Head coach Sadayoshi Shirai was all smiles after his side easily saw off the challenge of Korea Republic in their AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup™...
THE-AFC.COM 3 hours ago

‘Best believe we’re pulling up’ -Work starts on major Scots city’s first ever Ben & Jerry’s store 

WORK is underway to transform a popular Subway into a major city’s first ever Ben & Jerry’s store. It is working to refurbish the former Subway...
THE SCOTTISH SUN 9 hours ago

Tottenham Hotspur keen on Yuito Suzuki

Tottenham Hotspur are scouting Japanese attacking sensation Yuito Suzuki ahead of a potential move in the summer. The post Tottenham Hotspur keen...
THE HARD TACKLE 9 hours ago

Kyogo question marks and 10 summer signings gone missing – but Rodgers’ relentlessness kept Celtic ahead of Rangers

HE could have banked blue skies, travelled the world, recharged and reset. Instead, Brendan Rodgers let his heart rule his head and allowed...
THE SCOTTISH SUN 9 hours ago

Tottenham scout Man United target with 11 goals & 9 assists twice in a few weeks

Tottenham Hotspur need to improve their attacking options and they are keeping tabs on the Japanese attacker Yuito Suzuki. According to a report...
THEBOYHOTSPUR.COM 12 hours ago

Report: Japan star wants a Premier League move – Spurs named as potential destination

Walfoot have revealed that Royale Union Saint-Gilloise Koki Machida is keen to move to the Premier League this summer amidst Tottenham’s interest....
SPURS-WEB.COM 13 hours ago

DPR Korea stay on course for title

Bali: DPR Korea held off China PR's spirited challenge to secure a 1-0 win in their AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup™ Indonesia 2024 semi-final on...
THE-AFC.COM 15 hours ago

I had to run away and go into hiding after Race Across The World – the show made me public enemy number one

A PARTICIPANT in Race Across The World has opened up about how he had to hide away after receiving backlash for the first episode of the...
THE SUN 17 hours ago

Emma Hayes ‘not stressed’ by bid to guide Chelsea to a fifth successive title in her final game in charge of the Blues

EMMA HAYES is relishing the WSL title race going to the wire following the “unbelievable adversity” her team has faced this term. And the Blues...
THE SUN 17 hours ago

Report: Tottenham decide what they want to do with Mikey Moore this summer

Tottenham Hotspur clearly want to keep Mikey Moore involved with the first team and the youngster will be part of the pre-season tour of...
SPURS-WEB.COM 18 hours ago

Japan cruise into final

Bali: Japan defeated Korea Republic 3-0 in the semi-finals of the AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup™ Indonesia 2024 at the Captain I Wayan Dipta Stadium on...
THE-AFC.COM 19 hours ago

talkSPORT betting tips – Best football bets and expert advice for Thursday 16 May

The battle to reach the Premier League continues on Thursday when Leeds and Norwich play out the second leg of their Championship semi-final...
TALKSPORT 23 hours ago

Everton may have found answer to problem position £31m outlay failed to solve

Everton have been linked with a potential summer transfer for AZ and Japan right-back Yukinari Sugawara
LIVERPOOL ECHO May 16

Tottenham 0-1 Chelsea: Blues back on top of WSL with victory

Chelsea go top of the Women’s Super League table after edging to a 1-0 victory over Tottenham on Wednesday. Maika Hamano scored the winning goal in...
SOCCERNEWS.COM May 15

Tottenham Hotspur Are Eyeing A Move For This La Liga Winger: What Will He Bring To North London?

In a recent report, Fichajes stated that Tottenham Hotspur are eyeing a move for Real Sociedad winger Takefusa Kubo this summer. It is understood...
THE4THOFFICIAL.NET May 15

Video: James Forrest makes it 3-0 to Celtic

James Forrest has scored Celtic’s third goal of the evening as Brendan Rodgers’ side cruise towards the title. Adam Idah took the ball before...
THE CELTIC STAR May 15

Preview - Semi-final: Japan v Korea Republic

Bali: Korea Republic are putting behind a rocky group stage campaign and stepping up their performance in their AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup™...
THE-AFC.COM May 15

Kikuchi blossoming nicely for Japan

Bali: Hana Kikuchi not only scored her first goal for Japan in her side's 4-0 win against China PR at the AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup™ Indonesia...
THE-AFC.COM May 15

Daizen Maeda jumps the gun as Celtic star boasts 'we will be champions tomorrow'

The Japanese flying machine has declared the Hoops will be crowned champions by tomorrow night
FOOTBALLSCOTLAND.CO.UK May 14

Tottenham have offered £43 million to sign versatile attacker this summer

Tottenham Hotspur are hoping to sign the Real Sociedad winger Takefusa Kubo at the end of the season. The Japanese international has attracted the...
THEBOYHOTSPUR.COM May 14

Reports: Wolfsburg set sights on Japanese national team fullback

Sky Germany and the Bundesrepublik's "Sport Bild" tabloid currently report that VfL Wolfsburg are actively hoping to acquire Japanese national team...
BULINEWS.COM May 14

Newcastle Squad Off To Japan In Preseason

Newcastle have announced they will travel in pre-season to Japan. With the squad due to play a couple of games in Melbourne, Australia immediately...
NUFCBLOG.COM May 14

AZ Alkmaar & Japan Star Tops Inter Milan Shortlist To Replace Man United Target

AZ Alkmaar wingback Yukinari Sugiwara is Inter Milan’s primary target to replace Denzel Dumfries if the Dutchman departs. This according to today’s...
SEMPREINTER.COM May 14

Tuesday's Everton News: Coleman hints, Sugawara linked, Lukjanciks City swap

Photo by James Gill - Danehouse/Getty ImagesRecapping all the Everton news from yesterday. Your daily dose of Everton news and rumours Everton...
SBNATION.COM May 14

Tottenham interested in 26-year-old defender who could be allowed to leave

Tottenham Hotspur are keen on signing the Union SG defender Koki Machida. The 26-year-old Japanese defender is expected to leave the Belgian club...
CAUGHTOFFSIDE May 14

Tottenham submit €50 million offer to sign La Liga attacker

Tottenham are interested in signing the Real Sociedad winger Takefusa Kubo at the end of the season. According to Fichajes, they have already...
CAUGHTOFFSIDE May 14

Newcastle United heading to Tokyo as Magpies confirm pre-season tournament in Japan

Newcastle United fans in the Japan will get the chance to meet their heroes
CHRONICLELIVE May 14

Dates, opposition and venues for Newcastle United pre-season tour of Japan now confirmed

There had been ongoing claims that Newcastle United will be heading to Japan in pre-season. With plans for a return trip to the United States said...
THE MAG May 14

Newcastle United confirm 'special' pre-season announcement to follow Adidas kit launch

Newcastle United's pre-season trip to Japan has been confirmed ahead of the 2024-25 Premier League campaign.
SHIELDS GAZETTE May 14

Japan's Shirai salutes his new starlets

Bali: Japanese head coach Sadayoshi Shirai applauded his new starlets after his side topped Group B unbeaten at the AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup™...
THE-AFC.COM May 14

Europe Wrap: Machida hits winner in Belgian Cup final; Miyazawa lifts FA Cup

Kuala Lumpur: Japanese defender Koki Machida stabbed home from a corner in the dying seconds of the first half to help Union Saint-Gilloise edge...
THE-AFC.COM May 14

Tottenham set to return for 2023 target this summer, star will cost just €15 million

Tottenham are interested in signing the Union SG defender Koki Machida at the end of the season. According to Voetbal Krant, Tottenham are looking...
THEBOYHOTSPUR.COM May 13

#U17WAC - Semi-finalists decided

Bali: The AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup™ Indonesia 2024 semi-finals was finalised on Monday with Japan topping Group B after defeating China PR 4-0.
THE-AFC.COM May 13

A team in name only that stands between Newcastle United and Europe

The Battle of Midway was a naval confrontation in the Second World War, fought between the United States and Japan from June 4-7, 1942. At stake,...
THE MAG May 13

Group B: Japan power past China PR to take top spot

Bali: Japan defeated China PR 4-0 to top Group B of the AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup™ Indonesia 2024 at the Capt.1 Wayan Dipta Stadium on Monday.
THE-AFC.COM May 13

Brendan Rodgers Criticises Reo Hatate For One Part of His Game

Reo Hatate’s return to the Celtic team amid the run-in has been nothing short of a monumental boost. The Japanese midfielder has had an influential...
CELTS ARE HERE May 13

Photo Of The Day: Maeda Madness

Today’s photo of the day shows Daizen Maeda in the crowd as he celebrates Celtic going 2-0 ahead against theRangers in the first half of last...
THE CELTIC STAR May 13

Bargain price-tag named for Premier League linked defender

AZ Alkmaar could allow Yukinari Sugawara to leave this summer for a fee of just €6m (£5.1m), with several Premier League clubs interested. Sugawara...
THEFOOTBALLFAITHFUL.COM May 13

#ACL Final: 1st Leg in Numbers

Yokohama: Japan’s Yokohama F. Marinos will carry a slender advantage into the second leg of the AFC Champions League™ 2023/24 final after they...
THE-AFC.COM May 13

East Asia Wrap: Vissel back on top; Port pile pressure on Shenhua

Hong Kong: Reigning champions Vissel Kobe returned to the top of the table in Japan following a 4-1 win against Cerezo Osaka on Saturday, but...
THE-AFC.COM May 13

Matt O’Riley takes top prize at Celtic awards ceremony as Henrik Larsson heads list of legends in attendance

MATT O’RILEY capped off a weekend to remember as he swept the boards at Celtic’s annual awards ceremony. The midfielder – who scored and missed...
THE SCOTTISH SUN May 12

Inter Milan, Everton, Brighton & Wolfsburg Keen On €6M Rated Japan International

Inter Milan, Everton, Brighton and Hove Albion, and Wolfsburg are all keen on AZ Alkmaar wingback Yukinari Sugawara. This according to Sky Sports...
SEMPREINTER.COM May 12

‘Sloppy’ Celtic fan favourite taken to task as Brendan Rodgers explains change against Rangers

BRENDAN RODGERS has opened up on a surprise substitution in the second half of the win over Rangers. And he’s taken one of his Celtic fan...
THE SCOTTISH SUN May 12

Report: How much Tottenham are expected to earn from pre-season tour of Japan

Tottenham Hotspur continue to capitalise on their connections and support in Asia, by organising a lucrative pre-season tour of Japan this summer —...
SPURS-WEB.COM May 12

Brendan Rodgers' blunt Celtic words for sloppy Reo Hatate as midfielder criticised

The Hoops boss was unhappy with the Japanese playmaker's performance in the second-half against Rangers
FOOTBALLSCOTLAND.CO.UK May 12

Celtic hero Daizen Maeda's amusing reaction to Willie Collum call vs Rangers

Celtic winger Daizen Maeda continued his trend of dominant Glasgow Derby displays in his side’s 2-1 victory over Rangers at Parkhead. The Japan...
67 HAIL HAIL May 12

Daizen Maeda clueless to Celtic yellow card after fan celebration in Rangers win

The Japanese attacker was booked for climbing in with the punters after a goal
FOOTBALLSCOTLAND.CO.UK May 11

‘Welcome to the house of fun’ – Moment Rangers stars are jeered by Celtic fans as they arrive at Parkhead for derby

BRENDAN RODGERS’ players received a hero’s welcome as they arrived at Parkhead this morning – but the same can’t be said for their rivals....
THE SCOTTISH SUN May 11

AFC President applauds AFC Women's Club Championship™ 2023 winners Urawa Red Diamonds Ladies

Kuala Lumpur: Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa, the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) President, has congratulated Japan’s Urawa Red Diamonds...
THE-AFC.COM May 11

#ACL Final 1st Leg: 5 things to look out for

Yokohama: The AFC Champions League™ 2023/24 final is upon us as Japan’s Yokohama F. Marinos get set to host the United Arab Emirates’ Al Ain FC in...
THE-AFC.COM May 11

Shirai: Japan yet to reach their full potential

Bali: Japan have made their way into the semi-finals of the AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup™ Indonesia 2024 without losing a game but head coach...
THE-AFC.COM May 11

Sato excelling in what she loves

Bali: Momo Sato enjoys scoring goals and winning games, and the 17-year-old did exactly that during Japan’s match against Australia in the AFC U17...
THE-AFC.COM May 11

U.S. Olympic squad announce pre-Paris Games warmup match vs Asia champions Japan

The U23 USMNT are set to take on Asia Champions Japan in their final warmup match for the Paris Games this Summer.
GOAL.COM May 10

Group B: Australia 1-4 Japan

Bali: Japan became the third team to qualify for the semi-finals of the AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup™ Indonesia 2024 when they defeated Australia 4-1...
THE-AFC.COM May 10

Classy Kanaizumi ⚽⚽ | NPL Men's NSW | #NPLNSW

You'd have thought Wollongong Wolves' Japanese star import Banri Kanaizumi was a striker thanks to this wonderful goal scored against the Central...
FOOTBALLNEWS May 10

Ranking the 10 biggest Arsenal transfer flops

As we delve into Arsenal‘s history of transfer flops, it’s evident that even a club with the Gunners’ pedigree is not immune to the occasional...
CLUTCHPOINTS May 9

Celtic vs Rangers LIVE: Brendan Rodgers’ Hoops can all but seal SPFL title with Old Firm victory – kick-off time, team news and how to follow

Celtic welcome inner-city rivals Rangers to the other side of Glasgow this weekend in the latest edition of the Old Firm derby. Brendan Rodgers‘...
TALKSPORT May 9

Steven Naismith vows to give Hearts outcast one last chance to prove he has future at Tynecastle

The Jambos boss shelled out a six-figure fee to sign Japan international Kyosuke Tagawa from FC Tokyo last summer
FOOTBALLSCOTLAND.CO.UK May 9

The Hoddle of Coffee: Tottenham Hotspur news and links for Thursday, May 9

Photo by Visionhaus/Getty ImagesYour Track of the Day good morning! For those who have been following along with my hoddles, I have had a hard time...
SBNATION.COM May 9

Yokohama F. Marinos - Road to the #ACL Final

Kuala Lumpur: Japan's Yokohama F. Marinos are aiming to write a new chapter in their glorious history when they take on Al Ain FC of the United...
THE-AFC.COM May 9

Preview - Group B: Australia v Japan

Bali: Australia will have to beat four-time AFC U-16 Women’s Championship winners Japan in their Group B match on Thursday to keep alive their...
THE-AFC.COM May 9

Preview - Final: Urawa Red Diamonds Ladies (JPN) v Hyundai Steel Red Angels Women's FC (KOR)

Saitama: Japan’s Urawa Red Diamonds Ladies and Hyundai Steel Red Angels Women’s FC of Korea Republic will battle it out in the final of the AFC...
THE-AFC.COM May 9

What the future holds for Hearts' Japanese pair Yutaro Oda and Kyosuke Tagawa

The two forwards have endured frustrating campaigns this season
EDINBURGHNEWS.SCOTSMAN.COM May 8

Incredible behind the scenes footage showed how Luka Modric inspired Croatia star to join elite group with Lionel Messi

Croatia captain Luka Modric will be looking to inspire his compatriots at Euro 2024. And if his past is anything to go by, his nation might just be...
TALKSPORT May 8

Brighton heading for Japan… hopefully not as sayōnara to Mitoma

Paul Barber has said Brighton are likely to visit Japan for a pre-season tour which hopefully means Kaoru Mitoma is staying with the Albion The...
WEAREBRIGHTON.COM May 8

My dream is to play for Barcelona, says Japan's Miharu

Bali: Captain Shinjo Miharu cut a commanding figure in Japan’s 4-0 win over Thailand in Group B of the AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup™ Indonesia 2024 on...
THE-AFC.COM May 8

Yokohama F. Marinos in the #ACL

Kuala Lumpur: Yokohama F. Marinos will become the fourth Japanese side to feature in the AFC Champions League™ final when they take on Al Ain FC in...
THE-AFC.COM May 8

Al Ain in the #ACL

Riyadh: The United Arab Emirates’ most successful club, Al Ain, return to the AFC Champions League™ final for the fourth time in their history,...
THE-AFC.COM May 8

Japan lay early marker; Thailand vow to improve

Bali: Japan head coach Sadayoshi Shirai believes his side’s 4-0 defeat of Thailand in their first AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup™ Indonesia 2024 Group B...
THE-AFC.COM May 8

Celtic Attacker Enjoys Afternoon of Golf

He made an impactful mark in his early Celtic days with crucial braces at Easter Road and Dens Park but over the past few weeks, Hoops number nine...
CELTS ARE HERE May 7

Pundit Makes Big Prediction For Celtic’s Glasgow Derby Lineup

Former Celtic utility man Charlie Mulgrew has made a big prediction regarding the inclusion of Daizen Maeda in the Hoops’ team for this weekend’s...
CELTS ARE HERE May 7

Deserved Team of the Week Place For Celtic Star

Celtic striker Kyogo Furuhashi has been named in the latest SPFL Team of the Week following his brace in the Hoops’ dominative 3-0 win over Hearts...
CELTS ARE HERE May 7

Group B: Japan 4-0 Thailand

Bali: Japan kicked off their bid for the AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup™ Indonesia 2024 title with a 4-0 win over Thailand at the Captain 1 Wayan Dipta...
THE-AFC.COM May 7

‘Off-form’ Celtic star now ‘bang at it’ as pundits pick apart the Hearts defensive mistakes exploited by ruthless Hoops

KYOGO FURUHASHI looked back to his Celtic best firing a deadly first half double against Hearts. But he was helped by some big mistakes in the...
THE SCOTTISH SUN May 4

Watch: Outstanding Moment Daizen Maeda Returns From Injury

Celtic winger Daizen Maeda made his return from injury this afternoon against Hearts at Celtic Park, playing the final 20 minutes of the game after...
CELTS ARE HERE May 4

Kyogo at the double as Celts break Hearts

Scottish PremiershipSaturday, May 4, 2024Celtic Park, Hearts CELTIC... 3 (Kyogo 4 & 21, O'Riley pen 87) HEARTS... 0 Celtic swept Hearts aside at...
CELTICFC.COM May 4

Furuhashi's double inspires win over Hearts and extends Celtic's lead

Kyogo Furuhashi struck his first double of the season as Celtic's 3-0 victory over Hearts maintained the prospect of a title party against...
THE GUARDIAN May 4

Former Manchester United favourite Juan Mata announces next career step

Juan Mata left Man United in the summer of 2022 and he's since enjoyed stints in Turkey and most recently Japan.
MANCHESTER EVENING NEWS May 4

Celtic’s rarely seen offside law twist sees Kyogo Furuhashi goal given against Hearts

THERE’S nothing unusual about a Kyogo Furuhashi goal for Celtic. After all, he’s scored 18 this season – including two this afternoon against...
THE SCOTTISH SUN May 4

Liverpool transfer for 'Japanese Messi' can offer Mohamed Salah solution for Arne Slot

Liverpool have been linked with a move for Real Sociedad's Takefusa Kubo
LIVERPOOL ECHO May 4

#AFCU23 champions Japan praised by AFC President

Doha: Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa, the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) President, has congratulated Japan after the young Samurai Blue...
THE-AFC.COM May 4

Kokubo just one of Japan's heroes, says Oiwa

Doha: Go Oiwa said he had faith Leo Kokubo would save Umarali Rakhmonaliev’s injury time penalty before the Japan goalkeeper made the vital...
THE-AFC.COM May 4

Kapadze vows Uzbekistan will bounce back

Doha: Despite creating more chances and seeing more of the ball, Uzbekistan suffered heartbreak on Friday in the AFC U23 Asian Cup Qatar 2024™...
THE-AFC.COM May 4

Rishi Sunak's Tories have taken an almighty ballot box battering . . . but clearly not ALL is lost.

A last chance RISHI Sunak's Tories have taken an almighty ballot box battering . . . but clearly not ALL is lost. The victory for their Mayor in...
THE SUN May 3

Fujita named MVP

Doha: Captain Joel Chima Fujita was named the AFC U23 Asian Cup Qatar 2024™ Most Valuable Player following Japan's 1-0 defeat of Uzbekistan in the...
THE-AFC.COM May 3

Japan edge Uzbekistan to lift second title

Doha: Substitute Fuki Yamada struck in the 91st minute and Leo Kokubo made a late penalty save to earn Japan a 1-0 win over Uzbekistan on Friday...
THE-AFC.COM May 3

NEWCASTLE NOTEBOOK: Magpies are set to fight Man United for in-demand sporting director Dougie Freedman, Fulham defender Tosin Adarabioyo is tempted by a move north... and a pre-season trip to Japan is on the cards

CRAIG HOPE: Freedman is down to the final three candidates for the role of Newcastle's sporting director, and he he is the preferred choice of some...
DAILY MAIL ONLINE May 3
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